Szechuan Beef

This Szechuan beef features sliced sirloin marinated in garlicky, spicy soy sauce, then stir-fried with broccoli, onion, water chestnuts, and peanuts.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 306 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained
• 1 pound sirloin steak, cut into bite size strips
• 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 2 small onions, cut into wedges
• 0.25 cup chicken broth
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 0.5 cup peanuts

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Stir together soy sauce, cornstarch, garlic, and crushed red pepper in a non-metal bowl. Add steak and toss to coat. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 20 minutes.

Step 2

Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Stir-fry beef in hot oil until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Add broccoli, onions, and water chestnuts; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Pour in broth and bring to a boil. Stir in peanuts; cook for 1 minute and serve hot.